Proclaimed as the Paradise on Earth, Kashmir holds true to the fact that it is indeed a heaven on Earth. The land of Buddhist lamas and Mughals retreat, there is no doubt in saying that Kashmir is creator’s very own masterpiece. Kashmir’s unmatched natural beauty, the scenic surroundings transport one into a state of nirvana and carry one’s soul afloat inebriated by the magnificence of the snow capped ridges, singing gorges flowing out of the mountains, lakes which shimmer under the golden sun in the perfect blue sky, plunging lush green valleys, clouds meandering around the top ridges like a misty necklace adorning them.
Holiday Packages Kashmir usually contains a tour in all parts of the Kashmir state i.e., Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh. Srinagar, situated amidst the valleys of Kashmir is the summer capital while Jammu is the winter one. The valleys of Kashmir are blessed with diverse topography, breathtaking scenery, garrulous rivers, serene lakes, verdant jungles, snow clad peaks and pearl blue sky which only make it more tempting and a priority on an ardent traveler’s list.
Gulmarg and Pahalgam are popular destinations for Ice skating. Kashmir’s top tourist attractions are the Dal Lake, Wullar Lake, Pahalgam, Anantmag, Sonamarg where the Kargil was fought, Leh, Srinagar, Zalchador to name a few. Kashmiri handicrafts have already found’em an audience worldwide. The Tulip garden situated just opposite the main Boulevard Road on the shores of the Dal Lake is said to be arguably the best in Asia is also a crowd puller in Kashmir.
Jammu is the land of shrines and temples. The renowned shrine of Vaishnodevi in Jammu brings tens of thousands visitors to Jammu every year. Several important temples like Ranbireshwar Temple, Raghunath Temple, Bahu Fort & Gardens, Peer Baba, Mahamaya Temple, Lakshmi Narayan temple, Amar Mahal Palace, Sudh Mahadev temple, Gauri Kund, Mansar Lake and Purmandal are situated in Jammu which are included in various Kashmir Holiday Packages.
Ladakh or little Tibet is the mountain Shangri la in the valley and sacrosanct Buddhist monasteries are a not to be missed option in your holiday in Kashmir. The houseboats floating on the lakes of Kashmir are another tempting and a lifetime opportunity to have such a wonderful experience of living in a cedar boat surrounded by pretty vibrant pink dots like lotuses on the lake. Kashmir is the epitome of the Mother Nature itself, go to Kashmir and feel the extravaganza yourself.
